James Cook University Singapore Ranking, Recognition, Fees & More

Is James Cook University Recognised in Singapore?

Yes, but it’s dependent on the job and course of study. The Master of Psychology (Clinical) for example is well recieved. The Ministry of Health has stated that those looking to be employed as Clinical Psychologists in public healthcare institutions can complete their studies at James Cook University. Further to that, JCU alumnus such as Dr Janice Tan have taken on roles in ministries and public institutions like the Ministry of Social and Family Development.

Is James Cook University Singapore good?

The Singapore campus of James Cook University was the first private education institute to be awarded the EduTrust STAR and it’s the only foreign institution in Singapore to be awarded ‘University’ status.

That being said, the definition of good is subjective and prospective students should identify what’s good, or best for them.

What is James Cook University’s ranking?

Ranking Body

Rank

THE World University Ranking

201–250

QS World University Ranking

377

ARWU

201 – 300*

*2019 ranking

Is James Cook University government owned?

The Singapore campus of James Cook University is wholly owned by James Cook University in Australia. The Singapore campus is one of three branch campuses and isn’t based on a transnational higher education partnership model with a local private education institute (eg. Kaplan Singapore with Murdoch University or SIM Global Education with RMIT University).

Is James Cook University Singapore a private university?

Yes, despite being wholly owned by James Cook University and having ‘University’ status, the Singapore government through the Committee for Private Education still classifies the university as a private education institute.